Do I need a mat to cut my material?Updated 3 months ago

Matless cutting provides a convenient and efficient option for a variety of select materials. Materials that can be cut without a SINGER® MOMENTO™ mat include vinyl, heat transfer vinyl, and adhesive-backed materials. For a full list of materials that can be cut without a mat, visit our guide on which mat to use. 

Steps to Cut without a Mat

1. Push the pinch wheel lever down to unlock 
2. Adjust the pinch wheels to the size of your material. 
   1. To ensure the best results, all pinch wheels must be in contact with the material
      Note: It is important that the far right pinch wheel make contact with the material to ensure proper feeding through the machine. 
3. Once the pinch wheels are in the correct positions, raise the pinch wheel lever to lock them in place. 
4. Push the material forward until it makes contact with the pinch wheel rollers. On the screen, touch the “Load Mat” button to load the material. 
5. The machine will pull the material back and forth, stopping with the top edge securely under the pinch wheels. 
6. In the Software, load the design and select "no mat" and the appropriate material. 
7. When the cut is complete, press the Eject button to unload the material. 

Pro Tip: It is recommended to perform a test cut when adjusting settings or starting new cuts. This ensures that the settings and pinch wheel positioning are correct for optimal results